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Camps & Academies

#getcAMPED for the most exciting summer yet with JCC Camps!

Summer is the perfect time to make new discoveries, embark on thrilling adventures, and meet lifelong friends. With a dash of summer fun and a hearty mix of excitement-fueled summer camps, it’s also the perfect time to #getcAMPED! For summer 2019, we’re turning up the dial on summer camp in order to give your child the best camp experience yet!

No matter which camp experience you choose for your child, JCC camps will support and encourage your camper all summer long. Get excited, get ready, and register for Summer 2019 today, because we are getting cAMPED!

Roundtrip Transportation is Available

Transportation Information

Available for Camp Shai, Wolf Theatre Academy, and Shai Tennis Camp

Roundtrip transportation is available weeks one – nine for $30/week with prior registration only, and contingent upon sufficient enrollment.

Stops run from:

Arapahoe & I–25

Cherry Creek High School

University Hills

Central Park in Stapleton

Sunrise and Sunset Care Information

To accommodate working families, Camp Shai and the JCC Mizel Arts and Culture Center camps offer sunrise (8:00 – 9:00 am) and Sunset (4:00 – 6:00 pm) care for all campers. You can register for this service by the week or on a drop-in basis, provided there’s space.

Sunrise

Daily rate: $10 per dayWeekly rate: $35 per week

Sunset

Daily rate: $20 per dayWeekly rate: $70 per week

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a discount for signing up for multiple weeks?

Yes! If you sign your camper up for four or more weeks of Camp Shai and/or the Pluss Theatre Camps (weeks across these programs can be combined), you will receive 5% off of all weeks of camps and ancillary services (ex: transportation, sunrise and sunset). We believe that campers benefit from a longer camp experience, and you get the peace of mind that your camper is having a great experience week after week in a safe, supportive environment.

Note: Siblings may not combine weeks and this does not apply to sessions at Ranch Camp or the Wolf Theatre Academy mainstage productions.

What do you offer in the way of Financial Aid & Scholarships?

The JCC provides need-based scholarship assistance whenever possible. Please note that you will need your 2017 or 2018 tax return to complete your application. We will be using FAST as our financial aid company this year. applications are open now through April 1, 2019 to be considered in the first round of scholarship awards.

Split Party Financial Assistance

If a split party requires financial assistance, both parties must apply separately through the financial aid application process. If only one party needs assistance and qualifies, the financial assistance will only be granted towards his/her portion of the bill.

For assistance registering for all camps, questions about payment plans, scholarships, refunds, or cancellation policies, contact Shana Jacobs, Business Registration Analyst, at sjacobs@jccdenver.org or 303.316.6445.

What is the scholarship application fee?

$45

Will I be reimbursed for the application fee if I don’t qualify?

Unfortunately the fee is paid to a 3rd party company to process the application, and therefore not eligible for a refund.

What is the maximum amount of financial aid available?

Typically, we do not award more than 50% of your total balance.

How is the application reviewed to see if I qualify?

Our 3rd party company reviews the application and subtracts identified expenses from reported income. they then measure the disposable income after expenses relative to the tuition for the registered program. their trademarked formula then recommends a financial aid award. our scholarship committee meets to review the recommended award and budget according to our available funding.

What information will i need for the application?

You will need to provide an itemized list of income (employment, trusts, investments, gifts, etc.) as well as an itemized list of expenses (housing, medical, car, utilities, etc.) You will also need to list assets and liabilities. You will be asked to answer custom questions from our organization. additionally you will need to provide your tax information. We will be accepting the previous year’s taxes. You will have an opportunity to submit a family letter as well explain any circumstances you think would help the scholarship committee have a better picture of your family’s current circumstances.

When will my application be reviewed and when will i be notified about my award?

This year we will be working with FaSt financial aid services to review and award financial need based scholarships. applications will be reviewed by our scholarship committee April 15 – 26, 2019. Families will be notified about Scholarship awards on Monday, April 29, 2019 and must formally accept awards by may 6, 2019.

What happens if I don’t qualify? Can I appeal and how?

Appeals will be accepted and reviewed May 13 – 17, 2019.

What if i do not receive enough financial aid to afford my campers registered programs? Can i get a full refund?

Families that need to cancel due to financial hardship will be refunded in-full pending review by the scholarship committee.

What are your registration, payment plans, refund and cancellation policies?

Registrations

Payment Plans

All programs must be paid in-full before participation can occur. Payment plan options are available for all families participating at camp. You can select from the available payment plans on the camp application.

Split Party Billing

The JCC will not be responsible for split payments between two parents or guardians. it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian registering the child to set up a mutually agreed upon payment plan from both parties. Failure to pay by either party will result in financial responsibility being assigned to the other party, or the child will be withdrawn from the program.

Refund and Cancellation Policies

To cancel your registration, email sjacobs@jccdenver.org: your name, participant’s full name, and the camp session and dates your camper is registered for. You will receive an email confirmation.

JCC Camp Shai & Mizel Arts and Culture Center Camps

24-hours within registration – if you need to cancel for any reason within 24 hours of registering, you will receive a full refund.

December 17 – march 1 – $25 cancellation fee per session.

March 2 – June 1 – $50 cancellation fee per session

After June 1 – Cancellations after June 1 are not eligible for a refund. In case of a medical or family emergency, documentation from a physician will be required for a full refund.

JCC Ranch Camp

24-hours within registration – if you need to cancel for any reason within 24 hours of registering, you will receive a full refund.

August 20 – December 15 – $75 cancelation fee per session.

December 16 – march 1 – $125 cancellation fee per session.

March 2 – June 1 – $250 cancellation fee per session.

After June 1 – Cancellations after June 1 are not eligible for a refund. In case of a medical or family emergency, documentation from a physician will be required for a full refund.

What is your kosher policy?

Any food provided by the JCC will be Kosher certified. We request that all incoming food be sensitive to basic kashrut (no pork and no shellfish). In addition, camps are nut aware. this means, that due to a high prominence of allergies, we strongly discourage sending things with nuts in your camper’s lunch.

Where is each camp located?

JCC Camp Shai

Mizel Arts and Culture Center Camps

JCC Denver
350 S. Dahlia St.
Denver, CO 80246

JCC Ranch Camp

21441 N. Elbert Rd.
Elbert, CO 80106

Wolf Theatre Academy FAQs

What changes have been made to the Wolf Theatre Academy this year?

In 2019, all student art, ceramics, and theatre classes for students from grades K – 8 will take place at Graland Country Day School and will be managed as Camp Shai Specialty camps. See page 11 of our camp brochure for more information. Also, we have changed the weeks in which we offer the mainstage productions this year. For the past few years, we have begun our mainstage program in week one of summer. This year we will begin our mainstage productions in week two. Musical mainstage one will run June 10 – 30; musical mainstage two will run July 1 – 21; Shakespeare mainstage three will run July 22 – August 11.

Can my student miss a day of class/performance?

Students enrolled in performance Workshop (grades 3 – 6) or mainstage performance/technical apprenticeship (grades 6 – 12), should plan to attend all rehearsals and performances. extensive absences may result in the reduction or elimination of a student’s performance responsibilities. Students who will miss even a single performance of a production should not register for the class. performances are mandatory. acting students who miss one day of any performance class for any reason, including illness, may be re-cast at the instructor’s discretion. We are unable to fully engage students that plan to miss a performance.

Will my student have rehearsal on summer holidays and weekends?

Families planning activities or trips should not sign up for a performance/production workshop if it conflicts with their plans. please read the class descriptions carefully, as most workshops list mandatory attendance for Sunday rehearsals and performances including Father’s Day (Sunday, June 16). The JCC Mizel Arts and Culture Center is closed on Thursday, July 4 – no classes or rehearsals; mainstage performance will have a make-up “called rehearsal” the Sunday prior (meaning only selected students will be called to this rehearsal).

How do auditions work? how should my student prepare?

Both the performance Workshops and mainstage production Workshops hold auditions on the first day of class. These are done in the form of “cold readings” from the script. Cold-readings are read straight from the script with very little or no preparation time in class. the script will be sent to the provided email (registration process), so that the student can familiarize themselves with the characters ahead of time*.

For the musicals, students will be taught a musical number and dance combination with a song from the show. While we do not expect students to prepare ahead of time, some students prepare for the possibility of singing particular numbers. all students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the show as much as possible. Since the directors will chose the audition piece to be used, we cannot guarantee that the student will be able to audition with a piece they have worked on. Please note that the director reserves the right to alter the script during the rehearsal process.

How is the show cast?

We make every effort to ensure that all youth are engaged by the collaborative effort needed to put on a play through rehearsing, observing, and independent studying. Some children, especially those who have less theatrical experience, or who are moving into a new age category, may initially be disappointed with their casting. Parents should understand that even if a child is disappointed with his or her casting, tuition cannot be refunded. We cannot promise specific parts to any student, and no student should expect a leading role or preferential treatment in any production. All of our directors are given the professional courtesy of casting the productions as they see fit. This is a subjective determination based on their experience, the composition of actors assembled, the specific needs of the play, and the outcome on the day of auditions.

Where do I go to learn more information about Ranch Camp?

To view all information about Ranch Camp, please visit their website at www.ranchcamp.org.